Poila Boishakh isn’t just about new beginnings, it’s about coming together over a table filled with flavours that feel like home. And in 2026, restaurants across Delhi and Kolkata are going all out, curating
menus that range from nostalgic Bengali spreads to inventive global interpretations of regional classics.
Whether you’re craving a traditional thali with mishti doi and posto, or looking to celebrate with dim sum, cocktails, and contemporary plates, there’s something for every kind of festive mood.
Here’s where to book your table this Poila Boishakh
Taj Mahal, New Delhi
Taj Mahal, New Delhi invites guests to celebrate Poila Boishakh with a thoughtfully curated dining experience that brings alive the richness of Bengali culinary heritage and the spirit of the new year. At Machan, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, a specially designed Bengali thali showcases authentic festive flavours and seasonal ingredients.
The menu features traditional delicacies like mishti doi, gondhoraj ghol, aloo jhinge posto, and kasoondi bekhti fry, among others, each reflecting the depth and diversity of Bengali cuisine, presented with the restaurant’s signature warmth and elegance.
Crafted as a wholesome and celebratory offering, the experience captures the essence of renewal and togetherness, where familiar flavours and time-honoured recipes come together in a setting that is both inviting and refined. Designed for a leisurely dining experience, the offering brings guests together over a table that feels abundant, comforting, and rooted in culture and tradition.
Venue: Machan, Taj Mahal, New Delhi
Date: 15th April 2026
Time: Lunch
Price: Special Bengali Thali (set menu)
Paprika Gourmet
This Poila Boishakh, Paprika Gourmet presents a thoughtfully curated Irani Special Platter that brings together the richness of Parsi culinary traditions in a refined and celebratory format, offering a distinctive way to mark the Bengali New Year with flavours rooted in heritage and comfort.
The platter features a well-balanced selection of classics, each with its own distinct character. Parsi patrani is delicately marinated and steamed, infused with fresh herbs and subtle coastal flavours, while dhansak offers a slow-cooked medley of lentils and spices, delivering a rich, hearty depth. The Parsi potato stew adds a layer of comfort with its mildly spiced, flavourful gravy, while chutney edu pattice combines crisp potato patties with spiced egg and tangy chutney for a balanced bite of texture and flavour.
Concluding the experience is the traditional lagan nu custard, a baked dessert with a rich, caramelised sweetness and aromatic finish. Whether enjoyed as part of a festive gathering or a leisurely celebration, Paprika Gourmet’s offering delivers a harmonious blend of tradition, flavour, and thoughtful curation.
What: Curated platters from Paprika Gourmet this Poila Boishakh
Where: Surbhi Building, Loudon Street, Kolkata
When: 15th April 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Price: ₹300 onwards
Yauatcha, Kolkata
Yauatcha Kolkata reimagines Poila Boishakh through a contemporary Cantonese lens, presenting a limited-edition menu that transforms familiar Bengali flavours into elegant, technique-driven creations.
The experience begins with a striking dim sum selection. The banana blossom dumpling pairs sweet potato and coconut cream with gentle curry notes, while the visually stunning ocean pearl dumpling features prawns encased in butterfly pea–tinted skin. The golden aromas chicken roll delivers a crisp exterior with a flavourful filling.
The mains continue this narrative of reinvention. Highlights include steamed Indian seabass in lemongrass sauce, crispy tofu with roasted chilli, and steamed gondhoraj chicken. The toban chilli fried rice ties the meal together with its rich, savoury intensity.
Dessert comes in the form of Sunshine Delight, a baked mango cheesecake layered over Biscoff crumble with a passion fruit glaze. The beverage menu complements the experience with cocktails like Smoked Mango Spritz, Gondhoraj Collins, and The Kolkata Kick.
What: Poila Boishakh special menu
Where: Quest Mall, Kolkata
When: 3rd April to 3rd May 2026
Time: 12 pm to 11:45 pm
Price for two: ₹3,750 plus taxes
Cove
Cove presents a contemporary festive menu that blends artisanal preparations with global influences. Designed for sharing, the menu balances comfort with refinement.
Highlights include focaccia tapenade with parmesan pesto, spinach and artichoke pizza on a sourdough base, and zesty shrimp har gao paired with chilli macha dip.
The beverage programme adds a tropical touch with cocktails like Valoure and Summer Breeze, making it a well-rounded festive experience.
What: Contemporary Poila Boishakh menu
Where: Harrington Mansion, Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Kolkata
When: 15th April 2026
Time: 12 pm to 11:30 pm
Price for two: ₹2,000
Éloïse
Éloïse celebrates Poila Boishakh with a menu of European classics crafted with indulgent flavours.
Standouts include fish and chips, fish in lemon butter garlic sauce, lamb chops with herb jus, and lamb goulash. The Éloïse vol-au-vent adds a refined touch with mushroom filling and truffle oil.
What: Poila Boishakh special menu
Where: Lake Terrace, Kolkata
When: 15th April 2026
Time: 12 pm to 11 pm
Price for two: ₹1,200
The Square, Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences
Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences presents a festive buffet celebrating Bengal’s culinary heritage.
The spread includes classics like chingri malai curry, dak bungalow mutton, basanti pulao, shukto, and luchi with cholar dal. Live counters feature Kolkata-style phuchka and chaat.
Desserts include nolen gurer payesh, mishti doi, rosogolla, and malpua with rabri.
When: 14th April (Dinner) & 15th April (Lunch)
Price: ₹2,099++ per person
YAYAvar, Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata presents Borsho Boron 1433 – The Journey Home, celebrating Bengali heritage through regional dishes.
Highlights include posto mangsho, katla machher jhol, gondhoraj paneer, and Kolkata mutton biryani, along with echorer chop.
When: 11th–15th April 2026
Price: ₹1,222 plus taxes onwards
ZYQA, Aauris Hotel
ZYQA offers a festive Bengali New Year buffet featuring traditional favourites and street-style elements.
From kacha aamer salad and lemon coriander soup to mains like chingri malai kari and kochi pathar mangsho, the spread is extensive. Desserts include bhapa doi, baked mihidana, and malai chomchom.
Where: Aauris Hotel, Park Street, Kolkata
When: 15th April 2026
Time: 12 pm to 11 pm
Price: ₹1,200 per person
